VU

Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat

Eropeplus canus

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

The Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat faces mounting pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Sulawesi's montane forests. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented its habitat, while introduced predators and competitors pose additional risks to remaining populations. Climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope, potentially reducing available territory for this elevation-restricted species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane tropical forests of Sulawesi, typically found at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters. It prefers dense primary forest with thick understory vegetation, though it can persist in some secondary forest areas with adequate canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat classified as Vulnerable?
Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat faces mounting pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Sulawesi's montane forests. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented its habitat, while introduced predators and competitors pose additional risks to remaining populations. Climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope, potentially reducing available territory for this elevation-restricted species.
Where does Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat live?
Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat?
The main threats to Sulawesi Soft-furred Rat are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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